1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Alfasud | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |